Overhaul Final Prep Team Lead

Solar Turbines Incorporated; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Onsite five-days-a-week

Career development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Texas is seeking a Team Leader to direct prep operations, mentor technicians, and ensure timely, quality production.

You will coordinate daily tasks, uphold safety standards, and work with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to meet customer delivery commitments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical experience in assembly, repair, maintenance, engine preparation, or related fields.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating work activities.
• Forklift/overhead crane certification or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technicians responsible for engine preparation activities.
• Coordinate daily work assignments to meet production schedules and delivery requirements.
• Provide daily status updates during production meetings.
• Promote and enforce safety policies while complying with regulations.
• Oversee movement of engines and equipment using overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Review kits, materials, and shipping requirements for accuracy prior to shipment.
• Support troubleshooting of technical, quality, and process issues; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety culture

Workflow coordination

Overhead cranes

Forklift operation

Lean / 5S

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Production tracking systems

Data entry

Reading engineering drawings

Job description

Career Area: Operations

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

This position provides daily direction, coordinates workflow, ensures adherence to safety and quality standards, serves as first point of contact for issues impacting Prep operations and helps remove barriers impacting productivity. In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Team Leader actively supports production activities and drives continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer delivery commitments.

What you will do

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technicians responsible for engine preparation activities.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and prioritize tasks to ensure production schedules and customer delivery requirements are met.
• Provide daily updates on final engine prep status during production meetings
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Safely oversee and perform movement of engines, engine stands, and supporting equipment utilizing overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ensure proper installation and verification of engine accessories and required components according to work instructions and engineering specifications.
• Review and verify all kits, materials, documentation, and shipping requirements are complete and accurate prior to shipment.
• Conduct inspections to ensure engines are correctly configured, complete, and customer-ready.
• Support troubleshooting of technical, quality, and process-related issues within the work area.
• Maintain accountability for accurate overhaul prep log data, serial number tracking, component verification, and photographic records.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production leadership to resolve issues and improve operational performance.
• Assist with employee training, skills development, onboarding, and qualification of technicians.
• Seek routine maintenance and care of facility equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and standardization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment consistent with 5S and company standards.

What you will have

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Demonstrated job stability with a consistent work history.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical experience in assembly, repair, maintenance, engine preparation, or related technical fields.
• Previous experience leading teams, coordinating work activities, serving as a lead technician, or acting in a similar leadership capacity.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations involving overhead cranes, forklifts, rigging, and material handling operations.
• Basic computer proficiency, including data entry, documentation, and production tracking systems.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, technical specifications, engineering drawings, and safety procedures.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle engine components and materials as required.
• Current or previous forklift and overhead crane certification.

What will set you apart

• Two years of experience in a lead, team lead, or coordinator role within a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment.
• Two years of mechanical assembly, engine build, overhaul, repair, or turbine engine experience.
• Experience managing workflow, employee training, and performance within a production environment.
• A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) training or certification.
• ASE certification or related technical education.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Root Cause Corrective Action methodologies.
• Experience supporting production planning, scheduling, and customer delivery commitments.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range

$58,556.00 - $87,834.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.